Training to boost grain production in Namibia (AGRIMONITOR)

The Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) recently embarked on a strategic initiative to boost national grain production by providing crop management training to surplus mahangu and white maize farmers in Namibia’s key agricultural regions. These training sessions took place in the Zambezi, Kavango, and North Central regions. With over 1 000 farmers participating, the training focused on equipping them with sustainable farming practices, soil testing techniques, pest control strategies, and climate-resilient methods. The NAB said in its latest Season's Harvest report that these critical skills are aimed at enhancing crop yields and ensuring a stable and robust grain supply for the nation.It said that this capacity-building initiative was a collaborative effort between the NAB, the agriculture ministry, and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ). The partnership exemplifies the NAB’s commitment to fostering growth and resilience within Namibia’s agricultural sector, contributing significantly to food security and economic stabilityby empowering farmers with practical knowledge and modern agricultural techniques, said NAB. The NAB also recently embarked on a strategic initiative to boost national grain production by providing crop management training to surplus mahangu and white maize farmers.It said that these training sessions took place in the Zambezi, Kavango, and North Central regions. According to the NAB, the initiative brought together 60 enthusiastic mango farmers, divided into four interactive groups to ensure active participation and learning. It said that the training focused on innovative techniques to reduce post-harvest losses, enhance product value, and improve farm income. “Participants were introduced to various value-addition methods, including mango drying, pulp processing, and alternative market strategies to increase profitability and sustainability,” said the NAB. The NAB said that post-harvest losses remain a significant challenge for small-scale mango farmers in the Zambezi region. Without proper handling and processing knowledge, a large percentage of mango produce goes to waste, negatively affecting farmers’ income and market supply. “By implementing these newly acquired skills, farmers can extend the shelf life of their produce, improve quality, and create market-ready products with greater demand.”This initiative was part of NAB’s ongoing efforts to support and empower local farmers by enhancing their agronomic skills and market competitiveness. The collaboration with the University of Namibia, the Zambezi Mango Farmers Association, and the EU-Economic Partnership Agreements underscores the commitment to fostering sustainable agricultural development and economic growth in Namibia’s horticultural sector, said NAB. It added that the success of this training highlighted the need for continued investment in farmer education and skill development to strengthen Namibia’s agronomic landscape. “As mango farmers in Zambezi apply these new techniques, the region is expected to see a boost in value-added mango products, opening up new opportunities for both local and international markets.”

Training to boost grain production in Namibia (AGRIMONITOR)

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Namibian Sun 2025-10-24

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Training to boost grain production in Namibia (AGRIMONITOR)

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